The DoT has also taken measures to enhance the quality of service, including the deployment of 4G/5G networks and the implementation of a robust Quality of Service (QoS) framework.
Preparations for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is one of the largest gatherings of people in the world, with an estimated 120 million attendees expected to converge on Prayagraj. The event requires a robust and reliable communication infrastructure to support the massive influx of people, ensuring that essential services like emergency response, medical facilities, and information dissemination are not disrupted.
Key Initiatives
Optical Fibre Laying: The DoT has laid 126 km of optical fibre throughout the Prayagraj city area, providing a high-speed backbone for data transmission and communication. New Tower Installations: 328 new towers/masts have been installed, enhancing coverage across the urban landscape and ensuring that mobile networks are available throughout the city. 4G/5G Network Deployment: The DoT has deployed 4G/5G networks to provide high-speed internet connectivity to the attendees, ensuring that they can stay connected and access essential services.
The telecom service providers have also agreed to provide free Wi-Fi in the Mela area.
The Mela Disaster Response Effort
The Mela disaster response effort has been a remarkable example of collaboration and cooperation among the telecom service providers. In the aftermath of the disaster, the four major telecom service providers in the region – Airtel, Jio, Vodafone, and Idea – came together to provide critical support to the affected communities.
Key Initiatives
Establishment of Disaster Management Centres: The telecom service providers have established three disaster management centres in the Mela area, which will serve as a hub for coordination and response efforts. Free Wi-Fi Provision: The telecom service providers have agreed to provide free Wi-Fi in the Mela area, enabling residents to access critical information and services. Optical Fibre Cable Laying: A significant amount of optical fibre cable has been laid to provide high-speed, reliable network coverage to the affected areas. ### Collaboration and Cooperation**
Collaboration and Cooperation
The success of the Mela disaster response effort can be attributed to the strong collaboration and cooperation among the telecom service providers. By working together, they were able to:
Coordinate Response Efforts: The disaster management centres will serve as a central hub for coordination and response efforts, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and involved. Share Resources: The telecom service providers have shared their resources, including personnel, equipment, and expertise, to support the response efforts. Enhance Community Engagement: The provision of free Wi-Fi and optical fibre cable will enable residents to access critical information and services, enhancing community engagement and participation in the response efforts.
